An Authentic Rocky Mountain Town

Settle into this rustic mountain destination, but don’t expect to sit still for very long. Estes Park is your gateway to Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park, but there’s plenty of local shopping and dining to keep you entertained in town.

Rocky Mountain views

Venture into Rocky Mountain National Park, or just admire the views from the Estes Valley.

Museums & history

Step back in time at the historic Stanley Hotel and the MacGregor Ranch Museum.

All-ages adventure

Amusement parks, easy hiking trails and pretty city parks are perfect for family fun.

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Must-Do Activities

  • Watch wild elk, deer and moose graze majestically in the Estes Valley.

  • Experience brilliant night skies at Estes Park Memorial Observatory or Rocky Mountain National Park.

  • Opt for a guided or independent ride through the Estes Valley and Roosevelt National Forest.

Local Flair

  • All ages can enjoy speeding down the mountainside on this thrilling alpine coaster.

  • Admire panoramic mountain views and visit the Whiskey Bar at Estes Park’s most magnificent hotel.

  • Ride to the top of Prospect Mountain to hike easy trails or just take in the view.

Experiences

Lake Estes in Estes Park, Colorado; Credit: John Berry, Visit Estes Park

Explore Lake Estes

Spend warm days boating and trout fishing, or hike the scenic trail around the water’s edge.

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Aerial view of downtown Estes Park, Colorado; Credit: Visit Estes Park

Downtown Delights

Nightlife, shopping and open-air dining make the heart of Estes Park a ton of fun.

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Taking a safari tour through Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park, Colorado; Credit: Visit Estes Park

Rocky Mountain Adventures

Hike part of the Continental Divide Trail or take a Jeep tour in one of the USA’s most-visited parks.

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topping to enjoy the view in Estes Park, Colorado; Credit: John Berry/Visit Estes Park

Tons of Trails

Explore hundreds of kilometers of wooded paths and mountain passes on foot or bike.

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Snowshoeing near Estes Park, Colorado; Credit: John Berry/Visit Estes Park

Winter Recreation

Set off on snowshoeing, skiing and ice-climbing excursions through beautiful snowy landscapes.

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Trip Ideas & Itineraries

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Hiking the Rocky Mountains near Estes Park. Colorado; Credit: John Berry/Visit Estes Park

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